NYC comptroller arrested by federal agents at immigration court
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, who is also a mayoral candidate, was arrested and detained for several hours on Tuesday after he tried to escort a man out of a routine immigration hearing.
News Brief: Boulder Shooting, AstraZeneca's Vaccine, Infrastructure Plan
Ten people were killed when a gunman opened fire at a Colorado supermarket. Questions are raised about AstraZeneca's vaccine data. Biden team's next legislative push would boost infrastructure.
Preliminary Results Show AstraZeneca Vaccine Can Prevent COVID-19
AstraZeneca says a study of its vaccine showed an efficacy of 79% for preventing symptomatic disease. The study may meet FDA requirements for considering the vaccine for emergency-use authorization.
Turkey Pulls Out Of Treaty Which Combats Violence Against Women
Women's rights advocates were shocked when Turkey unexpectedly withdrew from the international convention. Officials say the agreement's call to also protect LGBTQ rights violated Turkey's values.
Despite More Vaccinations, Pockets Of COVID-19 Cases Increase
About 2.5 million people a day are being vaccinated in the U.S., and 31% of adults have received at least one shot. But 55,000 new COVID-19 cases are being reported daily and there are new hot spots.
Tech Giants Cut Commissions It Charges App Developers
Following Apple's move, Google has slashed commissions by half on purchases made on its mobile app stores. Those fees attracted criticism from small developers, lawmakers and other Big Tech critics.
Some Mexicans Find They Can Get COVID-19 Vaccines In The U.S.
Mexico is having a tough time getting COVID-19 vaccines, and waits are extending into months. Some wealthy and well-connected Mexicans are coming to the U.S. to get their vaccinations.
Miami Beach Imposes Curfew To Try To Curtail COVID-19 Spread
Miami Beach has declared a state of emergency and imposed an 8 p.m. curfew. The moves came after crowds of people without masks gathered to party and confrontations broke out with police.
WWII Veteran Knits Hats For The Homeless
WWII veteran Tom Cornish, 96, has dedicated his life to volunteering for the homeless at the Salvation Army. He's resolved to knit a hat a day for a year to give to those less fortunate.
Sunday Church Services Remember Victims Of Georgia Spa Killings
The suspected gunman in last week's shootings at Atlanta-area spas belonged to a church, which has ended his membership. Members prayed for both his family and families of the victims.